US President Barack Obama's national security strategy also details the country's plans to work with Pakistan to restore stability in Afghanistan and maintain regional peace.
According to Dawn News, Obama said in the 29-page document that the US will work with the countries of the region, including Pakistan, to mitigate the threat from terrorism and to support a viable peace and reconciliation process to end the violence in Afghanistan and improve regional stability.
He further said in the document that the US "will continue to work with both India and Pakistan to promote strategic stability, combat terrorism, and advance regional economic integration in South and Central Asia."
Obama came out with a national security strategy on Friday, urging "strategic patience," drawing criticism among lawmakers amid threat posed by Islamic State (IS).
According to FOX News, the 29-page document is meant to serve as a blueprint for Obama's final two years in office.
Obama's security strategy described the US as an important force in fighting global challenges such as terrorism, climate change and cyber threats, the report said.